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Their diet should not be supplemented with added ‘‘bonegrowth supplements’’, particularly calcium. Book a consultation with your Vetlife veterinarian to discuss management of your large-breed puppy or to discuss any concerning symptoms. Vincent has to live with actions By DANIEL BIRCHFIELD daniel.birchfield@waitakiherald.co.nz L ou Vincent’s life ban from the sport of cricket is exactly the sort of punishment I was hoping for. The only thing more appropriate would have been a jail term as well, but a life ban will do. Vincent’s deplorable actions, being involved in match-fixing, have left a black mark against the sport in this country, and indeed the world, that’s never going to be erased. His ban, imposed by the England and Wales Cricket Board, means he can’t play, coach or have anything to do with the game ever again. He can’t even step foot into a ground to watch a game. Vincent is a cheat, plain and simple, and now has to face the consequences. It’s amazing what some people will do when pressured by the lure of cash, especially when one of your ‘‘heroes’’, as has been the case with Vincent, is influencing things. That’s no excuse though. Vincent could have done the right thing and said no. He talks about how he’s shamed the sport, his family and pretty much everyone else. Unlike other players, however, at least he’s come out and attempted to explain Disgraced: Former Black Cap and match-fixer Lou Vincent. why he did what he did and the reasons behind it. I’ve lost a lot of respect for Vincent because of his involvement in match fixing, but that shouldn’t necessarily tarnish what he achieved as a player when he was involved in the national side and not at the mercy of moneyhungry bookmakers and their cronies. He seems to be a pretty likeable chap who’s made the biggest mistake of his life that he’s going to regret forever. The timing of his statement wasn’t ideal either. It took a little bit of gloss of the Black Cap’s fantastic test series win over West Indies in the Caribbean but ultimately that side’s achievements are going to live longer in people’s memories than the actions of Vincent. League’s image takes a battering Rugby league’s image has to be at an all-time low at the moment thanks to Todd Carney’s efforts in a night club bathroom recently. RESULTS FREE ARTHRITIIS C EC For cats a d dogs du June //July 2 y 2014 Please mention t Normal fees apply t n this ad when booking y y to alll a g your pet i S CHECKS* r cats and dogs during June t in. additional sl services or procedures. GOLF LOWER WAITAKI Wednesday, July 2 A field of 29 players competed in a stableford round. Results: Russell Plew 39, Don Elliott 38, Rex Wollstein 37, Tony Knight 37, Neville George 36, Bryan Ludemann 35, John Healey 34, Gary Keen 34, Gerard Coutts 34, Brian Brown 34. Twos: Alistair Mavor, Tony Knight. Birdie Hole No 3: Ron Harris. Saturday, July 5 A field of 55 players competed in a medal round. Player of the Day: Alan Greene nett 69. Results: Senior men: Alan Greene 69, Stephen Waby 71, Gerard Coutts 74. Intermediate: Ron Harris 69, Jason McLaren 72, John Rudduck 73, Alan McLaren 73, Michael de Buyzer 74, Roger McCone 74. Junior A: Russell Plew 73, Bob Telfer 73, Don Elliott 75, Garry Ingram 75. Junior B: Alan Moon 78, Kevin Legg 78, Alan Plunket 78. Women: Isabel Bond 72, Dawn Plew 73. Twos: John Healey, Peter Rudduck, Roger McCone, Brent Maw, Anthony Van den Hondel, Alastair McDonald (x2). Last Shot to Green: Dawn Plew. Longest Putt: Garry Ingram. Nearest Pin: Roger McCone. Womens Nearest Pin: nil. Birdie hole No 6: Peter Rudduck. Jackpot Birdie No 10: Alan McLaren, Gerard Coutts. NORTH OTAGO Monday, June 30 The ladies played a stableford. Winners were: Barbara McCone 28, Bronwyn Gilchrist 28, Heather Campbell 27. 03 433 0411 for more locations near you *Appointment necessary See www.vetlife.co.nz WAIKOUAITI 03 465 7613 OAMARU Wednesday, July 2 An LGU and Mildred Roxby Medal round was played. Bronwyn Gilchrist continued her great form to play three under her handicap on a very heavy course. Winners were: Bronwyn Gichrist 70, Lesley Blanchard 76, Betty Strachan 78. The incentive holes were won by: Heather Campbell No 5, Bronwyn Gilchrist No 15, Kathrin McNally No 18. Thursday, July 3 A field of 43 members played a stableford round. Winners were: Senior (0-12): Alan Finlay 42 (gross 77), Jim Morris 39, Bruce Tourell 36, Kris Rush 36. Junior (19-36): Bob Mason 43, Stan Ruddenklau 42, Gary Fairbanks 42, John Tippett 41, Tim Hutchinson 40, Pop Elliott 39. Nearest the pin at Creek was Jock Jellyman. Twos were scored by Dave McKenzie, Bob Avis, Alan Finaly and John Cunningham. The birdie hole was No 5 and not struck. Next week the host will be Peter Bond and the game a stableford. Saturday, July 5 On a very cold day 36 members played a stableford. Winners were: Bob Mason 44 ( net 64), Phil Berry 42, Lockie Haig 40 (73 gross), Peter Bond 40, Shige Koyama 40, Dave McKenzie 39, Jim Cooper 39, Jim Vonder 38, Richard Kitto 38, Ray McNally 37. Incentive holes were won by: Paul Hore No 7, Jim Cooper No 4, Paul Hore No 7, Micheal Bartlett No 18, Paul Hore No 13, Shige Koyama No 17. The birdie hole was No 5, won by Lockie Haig and Paul Hore. Twos were scored It’s essentially ended his career after the Sharks sacked him. The fact he hadn’t learned his lesson after being sacked by the Roosters in 2011 for breaking an alcohol ban, and the Raiders in 2008 for several alcoholrelated incidents defies belief. No club in Australia will take him on now and any club in England would be mad to. It’s a shame because he’s a very talented player. There’s nothing more frustrating than seeing a guy with all the talent throw it away for stupid reasons like Carney’s done. John Hopoate and Joel Monaghan, just to name a couple, are other talented players to have thrown their careers away by committing unbelievably stupid acts. League needs to clean up its act in a hurry, but that doesn’t look like happening any time soon which is sad for those of us who enjoy the on-field action, but hate what goes on off it. by Johnny MacKay, Jim Cooper, Bruce Tourell and Lockie Haig. Next week the game will be a medal round. WAITOA PARK Tuesday, July 1 Sixteen players, four nine holers, played Brenzett Plate and Wishaw Trophy. Stableford. Winners were: 0-31: 1st Hazel Roper 34, 2nd Ruby McMurtrie 33, 3rd Daphne Rodger 25. 31+: 1st Maggie Manson 27, 2nd Doreen Stackhouse 23. Wednesday, July 2 With a record crowd of 11 players a 4BBB medal was played. Russell Pope and Bryce Keen 56, Merv Roper and Bill Lough 57. Longest Putt: Bryce Keen. Twos: Merv Roper. Thursday, July 3 A field of 10 played in sunny weather for the third round LGU McCleod & Eclectic and fifth round Shootout. Winners were: 1st Daphne Rodger 71, 2nd Irene Mitchell 75, 3rd Ruby McMurtrie 78. 0-31: Nearest the pin: Ruby McMurtrie. 32+: Maggie Manson. Last Shot to Green: Jenny O’Neill. Winner of Shootout: Daphne Rodger. SHOOTING NORTH OTAGO SMALLBORE RIFLE ASSOCIATION Week ending July 4 Oamaru Railway: Murray Reeves 98.6, 96.3; Adrianne Sherwin 95.1; Alistair Smith 92.2; Geoff Hawtin 97.5; Karen Smith 96.4; Chris Cowhan 90; Jenny Cowhan 75, 82.1; Anna Houlihan 77.1; Josh Gordon-Glassford 92.2; Jason Shieffelbein 39. Pukeuri: Karl Valpy 97.4; Malcolm Garland 98.5; Sandra Bringans 96.5; Greg Plunket 99.6; Greg McFarlane 92.2; Brad McNamara 89; Jude McNamara 93; Bridget Johnston 98.3, 94.2; Jarvis Cross 84.1; Joe Adamson 83.1; Fin Carnell 89.2; Jack Cameron-Duncan 80; Brad Kershaw 74; Damien 66. Enfield: Lindsay Smith 90.2; Stephen Martin 86; John Kane 93.1. Tokarahi: Scott Johnston 92.1; Matt Miller 78; Robyn Bradley 86.1; Neil Johnston 77.1. Waitaki Boys’ High School: Ryan Blair 76; Josh McColl 79; Duncan McFarlane 85; Jayekib den Dulk 90; Allen Swann 87.1; Arie den Dulk 80.1; Bailey King 81; Logan Wakefield 66; Bryce Barnett 76; Brandon CandishKelliher 76. This coming week is the last chance to shoot the Times Shield/Robertson Cup targets at your home range. The local Championship shoot will be held at Pukeuri range on Saturday, July 14 commencing at 7 p.m. HOCKEY Tuesday, July 1 Papakaio Yellow 4 (Angus Plunket, Jacob Pledger, Jaxin Selman, Sara Harding) versus Mixed Magic 1 (Thomas Ballantyne); Papakaio Blue 4 (Jack Williams 2, Lauren Judd, Josh Eckhold). Saturday, July 5 Tainui 1 (Roger Orr) versus Northern Hearts 2. Sunday, July 6 WGHS A 1 (Jordon Cunningham) versus Temuka 4 (Joy Edmond 2, Jess Clark, Melissa Watson). 6109082AB